Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Digital Transformation

Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Digital Transformation

Course Details

• Full Time
• Duration: 3 years
• Intake Date: 17 July 2025, 29 September 2025, 25 November 2025
• Awarding Body: APU, Malaysia

Why choose APU?

• Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
• 5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
• 100% Employability Rate
• Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
• More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni

Dual Degree

• APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme
• Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme.
• Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

Latest Technologies

• More Than Just A Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology Degree
• APU's Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Digital Transformation degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0.

Admission Requirements

• General Requirements
  • Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree
    • STPM: 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM.
    • A-Level: 2 Passes in A-Level and with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent.
    • UEC: 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects including Mathematics.
    • Matriculation/ Foundation: A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE/ O-Level or its equivalent.
    • Other Diplomas: Diploma in Science, Technology or Business studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and with Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE or its equivalent, can be admitted subject to rigorous assessment conducted by APU.
  • Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree
    • ICT Related Diplomas: A Diploma in IT & Computing related areas with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer is subject to approval by the APU Academic Board.

English Requirements

• International Students
  • IELTS: 5.0
  • TOEFL IBT: 40
  • Pearson (PTE): 47
  • MUET: Band 3.5

Programme Outline

• What We Teach
  • This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
    • A broad range of digital technologies and platforms for digital business transformation and nurture digital leaders or entrepreneurs for the future economic.
    • Necessary knowledge and contents on the most in-demand skills in digital leadership, namely digital transformation, marketing, analytics, finance and execution.

Degree Level 1

• Common Modules
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Introduction to Networking
  • System Software and Computing Concepts
  • Python Programming
  • Digital Thinking and Innovation
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Integrated Computer Systems
  • Mathematical Concepts for Computing
  • Introduction to Security and Forensic Technologies
  • Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
• Specialised Modules
  • Fundamentals of Web Design and Development

Degree Level 2

• Common Modules
  • Programming for Data Analysis
  • System Development Methods
  • Object Oriented Development with Java
  • Innovation Process
  • Mobile and Wireless Technology
  • Concurrent Programming
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Web Applications
  • Research Methods for Computing and Technology
• Specialised Modules
  • Leading Digital Business Transformation
  • Digital Marketing
  • Network Security

Internship (16 Weeks)

• Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

Degree Level 3

• Common Modules
  • Project Management
  • Advanced Database
  • Critical Issues in Managing Information Systems in Organisations
  • Cloud Infrastructure and Services
  • Venture Building
• Specialised Modules
  • Digital Finance
  • Digital Strategy and Analytics
  • Emergent Technology
  • Digital Execution
  • Investigations in Digital Transformation
  • Digital Transformation Project

MQA Compulsory Subjects

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
• Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Workplace Professional Skills
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Co-Curriculum

Computing & Technology

• Collaborative Industrial Partners
  • Industry-academia collaboration is a strategic necessity to ensure the quality and relevance of our programmes.
  • Through our Industry-Academia Collaboration (IAC) model, we design programmes in collaboration with inputs from the industry, that are also aligned with the government’s initiatives to address the shortage of skilled talents.

Facilities

• Facilities at APU
  • The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world.
  • Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.

Career Path

• Your Career Path
  • Business IT Analyst
  • Digital Engineer
  • Digital Lead
  • Entrepreneur
  • Innovation Architect
  • Business Strategies
  • Digital Transformation Officer
  • Digital Strategist
  • Chief Innovation Officer (CIO)
  • Digital Designer
  • Business Transformation Analyst
  • Customer Experience Transformation Lead
  • Enterprise Digital Transformation Specialist
  • HR Digital Transformation Lead
  • Strategic IT Consultant
  • Digital Finance Transformation Leader

Fees & Certification

• Ready, Set, Go.
  • Malaysian: RM32,900 (Year 1), RM34,000 (Year 2), RM35,300 (Year 3), RM102,200 (Total)
  • International: RM33,600 (Year 1), RM34,800 (Year 2), RM36,200 (Year 3), RM104,600 (Total)
• MQA Cert
  • Programme code: (R3/0611/6/0038)(08/30)(A6210)